Child Development Specialist – ABA Therapy

Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center • Lynwood, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center is hiring a Child Development Specialist to provide in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The role involves one-on-one, personalized sessions that help children build communication, social, play, coping, self-help, and daily living skills, increase independence, and develop safer ways to navigate challenging behaviors. Treatment plans are developed by a BCBA, and the specialist uses positive, evidence-based strategies while tracking client progress through session data and clinical documentation.

Sessions typically last 2–5 hours and primarily serve children ages 3–17. The schedule requires availability in the afternoon or evening, between 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM. The position offers training, clinical support, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement. Candidates must be available at least 15 hours per week and travel up to 25 miles from home for client sessions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Availability for a minimum of 15 hours per week.
• Afternoon or evening availability between 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance and registration.
• Willingness to travel up to 25 miles from home for client sessions.
• Strong communication, professionalism, and organizational skills.
• Comfort learning data collection and behavior intervention techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience working with children is a plus, but not required.
• Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one ABA therapy in clients' homes.
• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by a BCBA.
• Teach communication, social, play, self-help, and daily living skills.
• Help reduce challenging behaviors using positive, evidence-based strategies.
• Collect accurate session data and complete clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with supervising clinicians to support client progress.
• Communicate professionally with families and caregivers.
• Attend ongoing training and team meetings.

Benefits

• Paid RBT training
• Paid clinical training
• Paid mileage and drive time
• Cell phone allowance
• IRA retirement plan
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid sick time
• Annual performance reviews and merit increases
• Ongoing clinical support and mentorship
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED